Freely Speaking Audio Devotion

Welcome to Freely Speaking, an OHSOFREE devotional ministry where we share our hearts and trust God for transformation.  

Today, Tara Thompson encourages us to follow Jesus’ example of humility by choosing to serve others rather than seeking to be served. 

“For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45, KJV). 

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to focus on being served rather than serving? In a world that constantly tells us to prioritize ourselves, Jesus offers a completely different model, one rooted in humility and sacrifice.  

Sometimes it seems like everything hits at once. One evening, after a long day, someone close to me needed help. My first instinct was to think, “I don’t have the energy for this.” But something nudged me to pause and serve anyway.  

What I thought would drain me actually filled me! That simple act shifted my perspective and reminded me that serving others isn’t a burden; it’s a calling.  

Today’s verse from the book of Mark shows us that Jesus, the Son of God, did not come to be served, but to serve others. If anyone deserved to be waited on, it was Him! Yet He chose humility, compassion, and ultimately sacrifice. Serving others isn’t about convenience; it’s about reflecting Christ’s heart.  

Applying this Scripture means looking for opportunities—big or small—to put others before ourselves. It could be offering your time, extending patience, or simply showing kindness when it’s inconvenient. True service often happens in the “unnoticed” moments.  

When we serve like Jesus did, we not only bless others, but we also grow our faith. Over time, we spiritually mature and start to align our Will with His. We even become more like Him with each step of obedience.  

Think about one opportunity in your life right now where you can serve. Once you have accomplished that act, reflect on how the experience grew your faith.  

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